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JAMES "JIM" CARL BROTHERTON
May 6, 1931 ~ May 10, 2011
After recently celebrating his 80th birthday last week, James "Jim" Carl Brotherton passed away May 10, 2011 in Vancouver, WA. He was born in Hood River, OR on May 6, 1931. He lived in Battle Ground, WA for the last 38 years.
He served in the United Stated Navy during the Korean War.
Jim was a computer pioneer and involved in many aspects of the computer industry, retiring at Wagner Mining Co.
He had an avid interest in the world around him. As a younger man, Jim's interests led him anywhere from race car driving towards his main interest of growing and hybridizing both rhododendrons and orchids. He had a particular fascination with genetics which led him to raise and breed many various birds, fish, and other types of plants. Other interests included a love for music and a great voice, rock/gem collecting, and spending time with his family. Always an intellectual, he never stopped reading informational text, constantly researching today's medicine/medical research, latest technology, and genetic breakthroughs.
He was a self motivated life long learner.
His family misses him dearly.
Jim is survived by his loving and caring wife of 45 years, Jean; sister, Bette; sons, James Jr. (wife Sylvia), Rick, Scott, Kirk, Michael; and daughter, Karen (husband Troy) Morningstar; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by sister, Jeanne, 2007; brother, Robert.
A memorial service will take place on May 19th, 1:00 p.m. at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden in Portland, OR in the Meadow. Interment will be at Crawford Cemetery in Battle Ground, WA.
Please sign James' guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
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Dear Jean, Mike, and Karen and families - I was so sorry to read of Jim's passing. I heartily concur with the statements by Bruce Carrie and the Hamiltons - they summed him up nicely! Know that he put a smile on many faces. Cherish all your special memories.
Donna Cross
May 30, 2011
My favorite thing was when he would stick out his dentures at me.i would go see him every Tuesday with my dad he would either be on the computer,sleeping or reading. i love you grandma miss you
abby brotherton
May 28, 2011
i worked with jim at wagner mining from 1986 -1989. He was a wonderful man and friend. Always interested in things around him and always smiling. He will be missed. As we remember jim, he will live on in our hearts. My prayers are with jim's family and friends.
Rita Rutledge
May 19, 2011
Kirk Brotherton
May 19, 2011
I worked with Jim at Wagner Mining Equip from 1987-1994. I recall his many interests and always noted that although he was my father's age, he was had the youngest attitude and outlook that I knew. He shared his knowledge and interests freely and was always interested in what was happening around him. He was the proof that being young was an attitude and not an age. My condolences to his family, and my prayers are for you all.
Bruce Carrie
May 18, 2011
We remember all the good times at Battle Ground High School basketball games when our daughter, Stacia, Karen and Mike played. Jim was always laughing and making others laugh. He and Pat had early computers interest in common. Our hearts are with you during this time, Jean and family. He will be remember with the twinkle in his eye--WHAT A GUY!
Glynda & Pat Hamilton
May 17, 2011
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